Each generation has songs embodying the culture. Roddy Ricch’s “The Box” acclimated listeners to the genre-blending force hip-hop had become.
EXPLORE HISTORY
Broken beat was created by a community of producers with roots in London's various club scenes. Here are some of the genre's foundational records.
At the heart of the classic is its use of the TR-909. The drum machine's crisp attack evokes the heady world of NYC and its fashionistas.
Explore the mysterious backstory of “Pump Up the Jam,” a worldwide electronic music smash and tale of mistaken identity.
Roland was a key part of the sampling movement—redefining what music could be. Take a guided tour of Roland samplers from past to present
Ten Female Producers Who March to the Beat of Their Own Drum
SIRMA
These inspiring female producers have left their marks on the music industry and continue to carve space for newcomers.
A Few Minutes with Night Tapes
Danny Turner
The brainchild of housemates recording late-night jams onto cassette, Night Tapes explains the process behind their atmospheric dream pop.
A Few Minutes with Junior Simba
Danny Turner
From Africa to the United Kingdom, eclectic dance star Junior Simba shares his passion for infusing ethnic sounds into his songcraft.
Careers in Music: Sarah Tudzin on Producing
Danny Turner
Sarah Tudzin, songwriter and vocalist for illuminati hotties, guides us through her rapidly ascending career as a producer and mix engineer.
On the Move: Dolly Spectra and Gestural Performance Technology
Carolyn Shlensky
Musical mad scientist Dolly Spectra discusses using her body as a MIDI controller in performance, community, and the future of electronic pop.
A Few Minutes with Maya Shenfeld
Ari Rosenschein
The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic.
A Few Minutes with Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident
Danny Turner
Keyboard virtuoso Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident talks gear history, love of live performance, and songwriting craft.
A Few Minutes with Nation of Language
Danny Turner
Brooklyn trio Nation of Language demonstrates how its ’80s-synth pop credentials are not just future past but future present.
Scene Report: Reykjavik’s Live Electronic Performers
Rebecca Goldberg
A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.
A Few Minutes with Daktyl
Carolyn Shlensky
Daktyl is turning heads with his distinctive beats. The self-proclaimed gearhead discusses his influences, sample arsenal, and collabs.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Once an invite-only space for execs and celebrities, Clubhouse can benefit users of all types. Learn to maximize this powerful platform.
Take a deep dive into the way streaming recommendations work—and how online algorithms shape our musical listening habits.
Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
NFTs are intersecting with the music industry in dramatic ways. Find out the many ways non-fungible tokens can help boost your career.
IZ and Bobby Avila and Aaron Spears take us behind the scenes of what it takes to put together the mammoth Usher Las Vegas residency.